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As the dust settles on this election season, many of us are experiencing a range of emotions—hope, disappointment, relief, or even uncertainty. We know that the results have brought some joy, and for others, a sense of loss. In times like these, it’s easy to see our differences: differences in views, in priorities, in hopes for the future. But as followers of Christ, we are called to something greater.

Regardless of how we voted, we share something far more important: the call to love one another as Christ loves us. Jesus didn’t ask us to love only those who agree with us or see the world as we do; he called us to love all. This love is active and deep, urging us to see the sacred worth in each person, even when we don’t understand or agree with them.

In the early church, people from all walks of life gathered around a common table. Their unity wasn’t based on sameness of thought or background but on the power of God’s love to bridge every divide. So, in this post-election season, I encourage us to lean into that love. Let’s strive to listen to one another, to understand where others are coming from, and to find points of connection in our shared humanity. Let’s show kindness and compassion, especially in conversations where we differ.

We are a “purple” church—a place where we recognize and celebrate the diversity of thought and experience within our community. Let’s embrace that identity and be an example to the world of how love can thrive even amid difference. By focusing on what unites us—our commitment to love, serve, and uplift others—we can be a light in a divided world.

Let us pray together for our church, our community, our nation and our world that God’s will be done in earth as it is in heaven.  See you Sunday!

Peace, Pastor Tracy